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University of Illinois researchers have identified a compound in soy that protects against colon cancer. The compound, genistein, checks the rampant cell growth that can lead to cancerous polyps and tumors by blocking cell signals, according to the paper by Professor Hong Chen and graduate student Yukun Zhang.

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Delayed planting and cooler-than-average summer weather has put Canada's canola crop in danger of frost damage, according to Oil World. The crop is up to two weeks behind schedule and some of it may not reach maturity until mid-September, Oil World reports. "A frost in the fourth week of August would result in significant damage in the Canadian Prairies, as it would hit the canola crop before maturity is reached," Oil World said.

The long-term impact of nutrition on brain function may be revealed through various imaging techniques if concerns about methodology and feasibility can be resolved, according to a group of scientists writing in the British Journal of Nutrition. The scientists summarized the relevance of various techniques' outcome measures and feasibility, along with their benefits for short- and long-term studies. The paper was commissioned by the Nutrition and Mental Performance Task Force of the International Life Science Institute, Europe.

Solazyme released its second-quarter earnings results amid announcements of new partnerships with Sasol Olefins & Surfactants, American Natural Processors and Twinlab Corp., as well as faster-than-expected work on oil profile development and its accomplishments in designing oils with very long chain lengths. However, CEO Jonathan Wolfson warned analysts that Solazyme faces potential future conflicts between its partners and acknowledged that its rights to two products resulting from a former joint venture are not definite.

According to a Japanese study, genistein, a compound in soybeans, can help reduce breast cancer risk. The study showed that women who had high levels of the compound from diets high in soy had a smaller risk of developing the disease.

According to a Japanese study, genistein, a compound in soybeans, can help reduce breast cancer risk. The study showed that women who had high levels of the compound from diets high in soy had a smaller risk of developing the disease.